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Ministry of Defence
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh interacts with troops of Indian Army’s 14 Corps in Ladakh
Says India believes in resolving disputes through dialogue with neighbouring countries, but is always prepared to give a befitting reply if provoked
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh interacted with the officers and jawans of Indian Army’s 14 Corps at Karu Military Station in Ladakh on June 28, 2021. In his address, Shri Rajnath Singh paid rich tributes to the brave jawans who laid down their lives in the service of the nation during the Galwan Valley incident in 2020, saying that the country will never forget their supreme sacrifice. He lauded the exemplary courage displayed by the Indian Army during the incident and stated that the nation is proud of its Armed Forces.
Shri Rajnath Singh stated that India is a peace-loving nation that never resorts to any kind of aggression, but at the same time, it is always prepared to give a befitting reply if provoked. He reiterated Government’s stand of resolving disputes through dialogue with neighbouring countries, but assured the nation that safety and security of the nation will not be compromised at any cost. He assured all possible support to the Armed Forces, reaffirming the vision of the Government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, of a strong military that is capable of dealing with every eventuality.
The Raksha Mantri also commended the 14th Corps for their invaluable contribution during the 1965 Indo-Pak War as well as the 1999 Kargil war.
General Officer-Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command Lt Gen YK Joshi and General Officer Commanding of the 14 Corps Lt Gen PGK Menon were among those present on the occasion.
Ministry of Culture
Ministry of Culture organizes Stree Desh- A dance drama production by Dr Sonal Mansingh on the forgotten legendary women of Jammu and Kashmir
Stree Desh highlights the unknown fact that 13 women ruled Kashmir through storytelling :Smt Meenakshi Lekhi
The Ministry of Culture organized a dance-drama titled “STREEDESH” based on the lives of 13 legendary women of Jammu and Kashmir today at Kamani Auditorium, New Delhi. The event was graced by Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture Smt. Meenakashi Lekhi and was curated by the renowned danseuse Dr. Sonal Mansingh, Padma Vibhushan and Member of Parliament . The event was attended by the Diplomatic Corps, Ministry officials as well as citizens of New Delhi.
On the occasion Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi said that narratives can be brought before general public effectively through storytelling and Stree Desh is an all out storytelling.
She further added that the dance drama highlights the unknown fact that 13 women ruled Kashmir. She added that story is best narrated through dance , music , drama and Stree Desh also aims for the same.
The dance-drama was based on the research monograph written by Dr. Ashish Kaul based on his research aimed to document the forgotten women achievers of Jammu and Kashmir that chronicled the times of 13 legendary women from Jammu and Kashmir. The event showcased the history of Jammu and Kashmir as a land of great women and depicted the lives of Yashovati, Ishaan Devi, Vakpushta, Suganda Rani, Rani Didda, Srilekha, Silla, Sooryamati, Kalhanika among many others.
The danseuse showcased how India as a society has traditionally been ‘gender just’ and women leadership has been ingrained in the ancient traditions of the Indian society. The dance-drama gave a glimpse of the gender equality that has been in existence for long in the Indian Society to the foreign diplomats. The danseuse had enthralled the diplomats through cultural performances that gave them an insight into the rich cultural heritage and traditions of India.
Missions of numerous countries were represented at the event through their head of missions and deputies. The event saw the presence of H.E. Mr. Vincenzo de Luca, Ambassador of Italy to India, H.E. Mr. Didier Vanderhasselt, Ambassador of Belgium, delegates of European Union to India H. E. Mr. Asein Isaev Ambassador, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kyrgyz Republic to India.
The event saw representation from Missions of Britain, Suriname, Panama, Maldives, Brazil, Colombia, Netherlands, Japan, Chile among many others. The diplomatic corps appreciated the event as they got to know more about the Indian society, traditions and history.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
ROB, Kolkata organizes a pictorial exhibition on Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav under the spirit of Jan Bhagidari
Kolkata; August 24th, 2021
The Regional Outreach Bureau, Kolkata under the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting organized a pictorial exhibition on Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav at the CGO Complex, Salt Lake, Kolkata on Monday . The exhibition was inaugurated by Shri A.A. Mao, Director, Botanical Survey of India, Kolkata. Director, ROB, Kolkata Shri A.K.A.Lakra was also present on the occasion. The exhibition will continue till August 30th, 2021. The exhibition showcases 35 photo panels with approximately 200 pictures, some of which are rare, of Mahatma Gandhi, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The inaugural programme was enthralled by a gala musical soiree by members of Swati foundations - a registered cultural troupe of the Song and Drama Division.
It is to be noted that ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ is an initiative of the Union Government to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of its people, culture and achievements.
Prime Minister's Office
Telephone Conversation between PM and Prime Minister of Japan
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi spoke on telephone today with H.E. Shinzo Abe, Prime Minister of Japan.
The two leaders discussed the global health and economic challenges emerging out of the COVID-19 pandemic. They also discussed the steps taken in their respective countries to deal with this crisis.
Both leaders expressed appreciation for the support and facilitation provided during the present crisis to each other’s citizens present in their respective territories, and agreed to continue such coordination.
The two leaders agreed that the India-Japan partnership could play a critical role in helping the world find solutions to the challenges arising out of the pandemic.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Situation under control after violence in Haryana's Nuh: Shri Jasbir Singh Sandhu, Inspector General CRPF
Inspector General CRPF reviewed the situation by meeting the officers of RAF and CRPF..
Companies deployed in violence affected areas
The situation is under control in Haryana's Nuh  following incidents of violence and arson during a religious procession. As per the orders of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, companies of Central Reserve Police Force and Rapid Action Force have been deployed in the violence-affected areas, in which women officers and jawans are also included. As soon as the order was received from the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Central Reserve Police Force Headquarters, Inspector General Jasbir Singh Sandhu, posted in the of the Central Reserve Police Force, Chandigarh, took immediate action and sent companies of RAF and CRPF to Nuh district and got the deployment done with the cooperation of the district administration.
Shri Jasbir Singh Sandhu visited the companies deployed in areas of Nuh, Palwal and Hodal. He reviewed the situation in a meeting with the officials and directed to keep the situation under control. Shri Jasbir Singh Sandhu also personally met all the company commanders and jawans and briefed them.
He encouraged the jawans deployed on the spot and congratulated them for quickly bringing the violence under control. The Inspector General also reviewed the arrangements for their stay and food etc. He visited the riot affected areas at the ground level. CRPF Inspector General, Shri Jasbir Singh Sandhu said that now the situation is under control. RAF and CRPF have brought the situation under control by taking charge.
Shri Mahendra Kumar, DIG, Range Headquarters Sonipat, is camping in Nuh and Palwal and is monitoring the deployment of RAF and CRPF companies.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister expresses pleasure on US President’s visit to India
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi expressed his pleasure on the upcoming US President’s visit to India on 24th and 25th February 2020. He added that this visit would be a very special one and will go a long way in strengthening the friendly relations of both the countries.
In a series of tweets, PM said:
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Dr. Harsh Vardhan inaugurates new research building ‘Desikan Bhawan’ at ICMR- NJIL & OMD, Agra
Honourable Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India, Dr. Harsh Vardhan inaugurated the new research building ‘Desikan Bhawan' equipped with new COVID-19 diagnostic facility at ICMR-NJIL&OMD, Agra in the presence of Director General ICMR & Secretary, Department of Health Research, Prof. Balram Bhargava.
The building is dedicated for research facilities like animal experimentation, COVID-19 diagnosis, whole genome sequencing of different Mycohacteriu: species and phytochemical extraction from medicinal plants for anti-TB drug development. The capacity of COVID-19 Diagnostic Laboratory is around 1200 samples per day. This COVID diagnostic lab is loaded with Biosafety level II  cabinets, automated RNA extractors, and Real Time PCR machines with which the diagnostic results ean be reported within a day.
The honourable minister highlighted and appreciated DG, ICMR for the work done during COVID-19 pandemic which can help in preventing and managing emerging infectious diseases in future, and also the efforts towards ICMR in tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment to achieve the goal of end TB by 2025, the dream of our beloved Prime Minister.
The Director General Prof. Balram Bhargava appreciated the work being carried out at ICMR NJIL&OMD in the field of mycobacterial research. The DG, ICMR also remarked that ICMR has been very robust in managing COVID-19 by intense diagnosis of COVID-19 across the ICMR institute labs which has facilitated the prompt management of the pandemic. It is the effort of ICMR which brought the vaccine for COVID-19 with 81% efficacy.
The Director of the institute, Dr.Shripad A. Patil briefed about the patient care activities related to leprosy and TB at the institute and also about the research facilities in the new building at ICMR-NJIL&OMD.
The new building is named after Institute's first Director, Dr.K.V. Desikan, who also graced the occasion by his presence. The Director of ICMR- Regional Medical Research Centre, Gorakhpur, Dr.Rajni Kant and Director BMHRC, Dr Prabha Desikan were also present on the occasion. On this ocassion, people from local administration, MP, State ministers, Vice-chancellors and Principals of Agra University, S N Medical college and other institutes were also present.
About the Institute:
ICMR- National JALMA Institute for Leprosy and Other Mycobacterial Diseases, Agra was established in 1967 by the Japan Leprosy Mission for Asia  and was handed over to the Indian Council of Medical Research in 1976. ICMR-NJIL&OMD carries out basic and applied research on leprosy, TB and other myeobacterial diseases in the following thrust areas:  Early diagnosis and treatment, transmission dynamics  prevention of deformities in leprosy  field studies  operational research  laboratory research on mycobacterial diseases and MIP vaccine to leprosy.
Ministry of Railways
Indian Railway rolls out User Depot Module 
This will bring in transformational changes from manual working to digital working with real time transactions and online information exchange among all stakeholders
This will ensure digitization of complete supply chain, including user depots
User Depot Module  developed by CRIS  was rolled out digitally across all User Depots of Western Railway by Sri P. C. Sharma, Member on 28.09.2020.
This system will be implemented shortly across all Zones of Indian Railways. Railway’s supply chain up to Stores Depots has already been digitized, however activities at user end are being done manually. Implementation of this system will bring in transformational changes from manual working to digital working with real time transactions and online information exchange among all stakeholders. This will ensure digitization of complete supply chain, including user depots.
The system will facilitate economy, efficiency and transparency besides improved asset management. It will ensure improved service level and satisfaction to customers.
Prime Minister's Office
PM interacts with AYUSH practitioners
AYUSH sector has a long tradition of keeping the nation healthy; has an important role to play in checking the spread of COVID-19: PM
Important to counter and fact-check unsubstantiated claims of AYUSH having cure for the disease: PM
Utilize the platform of telemedicine to reach out to public and generate constant awareness: PM
PM praises efforts of AYUSH Ministry to promote #YogaAtHome
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today interacted with AYUSH sector practitioners via video conference.
Prime Minister said that the AYUSH sector has a long tradition of keeping the nation healthy and its importance has increased manifold in the ongoing efforts to tackle COVID-19. Prime Minister observed that their network is spread through the length and breadth of the country, so it's imperative for them to utilize this network, while working according to WHO guidelines, to spread the message of good practises which need to be adopted in the efforts to control the spread of the virus. He also praised the ongoing efforts of AYUSH Ministry in promoting #YogaAtHome to de-stress the mind and strengthen the body during this difficult phase.
Prime Minister underlined the importance of countering and fact checking unsubstantiated claims of AYUSH having cure for the disease, adding that AYUSH scientists, ICMR, CSIR and other research organizations must come together for evidence based research. He said that the country must be ready to use the entire healthcare workforce to meet the challenge, and if the need so arises, help from private doctors connected with AYUSH may be sought by the government.
Prime Minister suggested that AYUSH medicine producers could utilize their resources towards producing essential items like sanitizers which are in high demand these days. He exhorted them to utilize the platform of telemedicine to reach out to the public and generate constant awareness to fight the pandemic. He also highlighted the importance of enforcing social distancing with full vigour to counter the spread of the pandemic.
The AYUSH practitioners lauded the Prime Minister for leading the country’s fight against COVID-19. They talked about the impact of these traditional practises towards boosting immunity. They also mentioned their efforts to conduct research for symptomatic treatment, and expressed desire to serve the nation during this time of crisis.
Prime Minister said that it is important to create awareness about India’s traditional medicines and medical practises all over the world. He thanked the AYUSH practitioners for constantly striving to serve the people and once again highlighted the important role they have to play in India's fight against COVID-19.
Union Minister for AYUSH, Cabinet Secretary and Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH also participated in the interaction.
Prime Minister's Office
PM meets with spiritual leaders from the Christian community on special occasion of Easter
Shares glimpses of visit to the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Delhi
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi met with spiritual leaders from the Christian community on special occasion of Easter. Shri Modi also shared glimpses of visit to the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Delhi on this occasion.
The Prime Minister tweeted;
"Today, on the very special occasion of Easter, I had the opportunity to visit the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Delhi. I also met spiritual leaders from the Christian community.
Here are some glimpses."
"Some more pictures from the Sacred Heart Cathedral, Delhi on Easter.
May this day further happiness and harmony in society."
Special Service and Features
One Person Arrested for evasion of GST amounting to Rs.10.58 crores involving taxable value of Rs.58.16 Crores
Directorate General of GST Intelligence  is an apex intelligence organization under Minister of Finance entrusted with tackling GST evasion. Search operations was conducted by Officers of DGGI  at the premises of a firm in Chennai specializing in wedding planning and event management to probe into GST evasion.
Digital evidence gathered during investigation revealed that the firm had developed three types of packages for the customers. Amounts related to the package offered with GST was received in a specific bank account; disclosed in the GST Returns and tax was paid on the same. Apart from it, the taxpayer was offering partial GST package and non-GST packages wherein considerations were received either in cash or in other 28 bank accounts maintained by the firm. These transactions involving an amount of Rs.59 cr was wilfully suppressed and not disclosed to the department resulting in tax evasion of Rs.11Cr.
One of the Partners/Proprietor of the firm admitted to have offered such non GST packages to his customers with an intent to evade tax and being the mastermind, he was arrested on 14.10.2022 and produced before the Hon’ble Economic Offences Court, Egmore, Chennai. Further investigation is in progress.
Tazpayers are sensitized that such serious tax offences are liable for porsecution. The Directorate encourage whistleblowers/informers to come forward with credible information against tax offenders. The Directorate ensures that the identity of such whistleblowers/informers will be well protected and they will be rewarded as per the policy, according to the press release issued by Mayank Kumar, Principal Additional Director General.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM pays tributes to Mwalimu Nyerere on his 100th birth anniversary
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid tributes to the great leader and friend of India, Mwalimu Nyerere on his 100th birth anniversary. Shri Modi said that Mwalimu Nyerere's principles of unity and equality are as relevant today as ever. His life and work will remain a constant inspiration for all of us, shri Modi further added.
The Prime Minister tweeted;
"Mwalimu Nyerere's life and his work remain a constant inspiration for all of us. The principles of unity and equality that he advocated are as relevant today as ever. My tributes to the great leader and friend of India on his 100th birth anniversary."
Ministry of Labour & Employment
After 35 years, India assumes the Chairmanship of the Governing Body of International LabourOrganization
After 35 years, India has assumed the Chairmanship of the Governing Body of International Labour Organization, marking a new chapter in the 100 years of productive relationship between India and ILO.Shri Apurva Chandra, Secretary  has been elected as the Chairperson of the Governing Body of the International LabourOrganisation  for the period October 2020- June 2021. The Chairperson of the Governing Body of ILO is a position of international repute.
The Governing Body  is the apex executive body of the ILO which decides policies, programmes, agenda, budget and elects the Director-General. At present ILO has 187 members. Shri Apurva Chnadra will be presiding over the upcoming meeting of the Governing Body to be held in November 2020. At Geneva, he would have the opportunity to interact with the senior officials and social partners of the member states. It will also provide a platform to appraise participants of the transformational initiatives taken by Government in removing the rigidities of labour market besides makingits intention clear about universalization of social security to all workers whether in organised or unorganised sector.
Shri Apurva Chandra belongs to the 1988 batch of the Indian Administrative Service , Maharashtra Cadre. Shri Chandra has spent more than seven years in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas in the Government of India. Shri Chandra has worked for over four years between 2013 and 2017 as Principal Secretary  in the Government of Maharashtra. Shri Apurva Chandra joined as Director General  in Ministry of Defence w.e.f. 01.12.2017 with the mandate of strengthening the Indian Armed Forces by expediting the acquisition process. He chaired the Committee to draft the new Defence Acquisition Procedure. The Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020 has come into effect from 1st October 2020 on the day he joined the Ministry of Labour and Employment as Secretary.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets the people, on the occasion of Basant Panchami
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people, on the occasion of Basant Panchami.
“बसंत पंचमी के शुभ अवसर पर सभी देशवासियों को शुभकामनाएंI Greetings on the special occasion of Basant Panchami”, the Prime Minister said.
Department of Space
SPECIAL SPACE PROGRAMMES
In order to meet the communication requirements of the country, three Indian High Throughput Satellites with 25 Gbps capacity are operational for providing broadband connectivity under BharatNet programme to Grampanchayats where adequate Optical Fibre Cable  connectivity is not available. One more High Throughput Satellite is under realization. Government has opened up space sector for participation of the private players as co-travelers so that they can build, own and operate satellites to meet the growing demands for satellite capacity in the country.
This information was given by Minister of State in the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievance & Pensions and in the Prime Minister’s Office, Dr. Jitendra singh in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Finance
Import data in GSTR-2A
Two new tables have been inserted in GSTR-2A for displaying details of import of goods from overseas and inward supplies made from SEZ units / SEZ developers. Taxpayers can now view their bill of entries data which is received by the GST System  from ICEGATE System . The present data upload has been done on a trial basis to give a feel of the functionality and to get feedback from the taxpayers on the same.
Currently, the system is displaying data up to 6th August, 2020. Further, taxpayers may note that system is currently does not contain import information for bill of entries filed at non-computerized ports  and imports made through courier services/post office. This will be made available shortly.
It may also be noted that amendment information made in the details of bill of entries will also be provided soon.
Taxpayers are requested that they share their feedback through raising a ticket on the self-service portal
President's Secretariat
President of India’s Greetings on The Eve of Dussehra
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind in his message on the eve of Dussehra has said :-
“On the auspicious occasion of Vijaya Dashami, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all our fellow citizens living in India and abroad.
Vijaya Dashami is celebrated to mark the victory of good over evil. This festival inspires us to follow the path of morality, goodness and virtue. The persona of Lord Rama and his righteous conduct as Maryada-Purushottam is an ideal for all of us.
May this festival strengthen the moral foundation of the society and inspire all the citizens to work for nation-building”.
Click here to see President's Speech in Hindi
Ministry of Railways
Track Electrification
Ministry of Railways has planned to electrify balance Broad Gauge  routes of Indian Railways  by December, 2023.
The time line for completion of Electrification of entire BG routes of IR is as under:
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Year
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Target 
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2019-20
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6,000
2454 route kms achieved upto 01.01.2020
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2020-21
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6,000
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2021-22
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6,000
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2022-23
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6,500
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2023-24

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4,310
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Total
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28,810
This information was given by the Minister of Railways and Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.